Sourcing Specialist - manufacturing

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to support quality, cost, delivery, and business continuity requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships to support operational needs and achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and risk assessments to drive continuous improvement and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including request for quotation (RFQ), supplier evaluation, negotiation, and purchase order issuance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements, project timelines, and business priorities.
• Monitor and ensure timely delivery of goods and services, and work with suppliers to resolve supply, delivery, or quality-related issues.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times, and commercial terms to achieve cost savings and manage business risks.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare sourcing and procurement reports as required.
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and standardization across procurement and supply chain operations.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, or a related discipline.
• Experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related field is advantageous.
• Candidates with relevant education, transferable skills, and a demonstrated interest in procurement are encouraged to apply.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using ERP systems (for example, SAP) is advantageous.
• Good analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and follow-up skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across functions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing or operational environment.